Masa Takayama

Japanese-born from Tochigi Prefecture. Sushi master trained in Tokyo. First Japanese restaurant in NYC to receive 4 stars from NYT (2004). Opened LA's first modern omakase. $260k hinoki counter.

Career

• Chef/Owner at Ginza Sushiko, Los Angeles (1987-2004)
• Apprentice at Various sushi training, Tokyo, Japan (1970s-1987)

Mentored by Sugiyama Toshiaki.